SPOTTING symptoms of dementia early offers benefits that can significantly impact the quality the life for individuals and families.
Especially as there’s no cure and with new research revealing it was the UK’s leading cause of death for the 13th year in a row in 2023.
Early signs often include memory loss, such as forgetting recent events or relying on others for tasks once managed with ease.
You might find planning or solving problems more difficult, taking longer to handle everyday responsibilities like paying bills or cooking meals.
Even familiar activities, such as driving to work or shopping, may feel more challenging.
But there are other subtle changes in behaviour that can signal the disease.
Dr Ahmad Khundakar, senior lecturer in biomedical science and dementia research at Teesside University, says to look out for the following three signs:
- Tasks …